St. Maarten has one of the most active sailing communities of the Caribbean. Sailing charters or tours can be booked here year round, but many sail in with their own ship. Around the Simpson Bay Lagoon, one finds a variety of marinas, services and restaurants with dinghy harbors for hungry and thirsty sailors. Most famous are St. Maarten sailing events like the annual Heineken Regatta and the Caribbean Multihull Challenge. Let us keep you in the loop with this blog!
January 17, 2025
The Sint Maarten Yacht Club is hosting the Grant Thornton Multiclass Regatta on January 18 – 19, 2025. Sailors of all ages and skill levels will compete in six classes, with races starting each morning in Simpson Bay.
January 9, 2025
Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten – The St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with key partners IGY Marinas, Yacht Club Port de Plaisance, Palapa Marina, Skyport marina, Port St. Maarten Group and the Simpson Bay Fireworks Association, is again
January 3, 2025
The Sint Maarten Heineken Regatta is excited to launch a new website where sailors, fans, and families can now design their ultimate Regatta experience. The platform offers accommodations, spectator boat tickets and exclusive packages, making it easier than ever
December 30, 2024
Out of the many things to do, this week we highlight Anguilla and Prickly Pear Island Day Excursion with Eagle Tours. You will have a full day of sailing, the first stop is Prickly Pear Island where you can
December 21, 2024
Megayacht season is starting! This weeks’ photo of the week contains an impressive sight of megayachts moored at Dock Maarten. You might pass them by when spending a St. Maarten day on a cruise. Brand new Philipsburg marina Dock
